My latest obsession: Cherry Blossoms

My latest creative thoughts are once again returning to adorning my body in the art of tattoo…
This is quite a reoccuring theme for me, it’s quite addicting~and although all of my tats revolve around my heritage there are TWO more themes I am exploring to represent milestones and qualities I wish to embrace for my life. One theme is the idea of the phoenix, the proverbial bird rising from the ashes and now…The Chinese Cherry Blossom as well.

This is not to be confused with the Japanese Cherry Blossom, a.k.a., “Sakura”. You would *think* Asian cultures would be similar in interpretation of the meaning of this flower~however, Chinese and Japanese cultures view this delicate flower differently. I am enamored with the idea of the way the Chinese view this flower and what it means in their culture:
“For the Chinese the cherry blossom is a very significant symbol of power.
Typically it represent a feminine beauty and sexuality and often holds
an idea of power or feminine dominance. Within the language
of herbs and herbal lore of the Chinese the cherry blossom is often the symbol of love.”

I adore this interpretation and it means so much to me personally~the symbol of power, and feminine beauty entices me. I love the visual which is typical of Asian art showing cherry blossom petals blowing in the wind, it’s so artistic and delicate. I am trying to be a strong woman, and not be a martyr or victim in my life. I’m trying to be a strong woman in business and grow my endeavor this year. That is a difficult thing to do at times, what is equally difficult is trying to be feminine and soft when it’s so easy to become hardened and gruff in the world of business. It’s like  swimming in shark infested water at times trying to get ahead, but I want to keep the feminine side of myself~as well as be submissive in certain situations but have an inner strength about me.

I went exploring on Etsy for more inspiration and just ADORE the Cherry Blossom items I discovered being offered by so many talented artisans on the Etsy marketplace. Wow~how pretty!!

Cherry Blossoms Adrift

Pink petals passing
Scents above so high
Painted porcelain perfection
Blossoms caress the sky

Swaying silent shroud
Suitors strolling by
Pink petals passing
Lover’s gentle sigh

Pastel hues falling
Slow fluttering grace
Pink petals passing
Lining streams in lace

Pink petals passing
Smoothest transit by
Soft essence floating
In most subtle lullaby

Inducing springtime slumber
Upon a satin shore
Sailing with the current
Pink petals pass before

(1999)
written by
Mary Fumento